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Posted April 11, 2023
Seasonal Apprentice Lineworkers
Wild Rice Electric is seeking two (2) Apprentice Lineworkers to join the Operations team for the upcoming season. This position is seasonal with an expected start date on or around June 1, 2023, with an end date of no greater than 1,000 hours worked.
The Seasonal Apprentice Lineworkers will perform duties and responsibilities under the direction of the Line Superintendent, Line Foreman or Lead Lineman assisting in the construction, operation and maintenance of structures, lines and equipment of the distribution and transmission facilities of the cooperative in a safe, reliable and timely manner, which will provide members with safe, reliable service. They must have a First Aid card and be willing to comply with the cooperative’s basic operating safety rules, as well as understand the latest National Safety Code clearance requirements.
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Line Superintendent, Line Foreman or Lead Lineman and within scope of apprenticeship:
- Assist in the building and maintenance of underground and overhead electrical distribution lines
- Assist in the restoration of electrical outages
- Operate with an extreme awareness for safety of self and team
Experiences and requirements:
- Active apprentice program participant or current journeyman linework
- Current training on First Aid, CPR and pole top rescue
- Current/valid/unrestricted commercial CDL license
Wild Rice Electric is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative located in Mahnomen, Minn. The cooperative manages 4,014 miles of line and serves 16,010 locations in Mahnomen County and portions of the five surrounding counties.
Applications will be accepted through
Tuesday, April 25, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. Please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, Wild Rice Electric Cooperative Inc., PO Box 438, Mahnomen MN 56557 or email to
lboreen@wildriceelectric.com.
Warehouse and Purchasing Employee
Wild Rice Electric is excited to welcome applications for a Warehouse and Purchasing Employee. The Warehouse and Purchasing Employee is an essential team member to the Operations team serving as the coordinator for the warehouse, purchasing and facility maintenance. The warehouse and purchasing individual is knowledgeable about materials used in construction and maintenance of an electric distribution system and is responsible for establishing efficient and effective inventory control over the cooperative's materials and supplies to meet the needs of the cooperative. In addition, the warehouse and purchasing individual maintains the headquarters heating/cooling system and supporting facility systems, while maintaining a safe and organized warehouse.
Experiences and requirements:
- Completion of high school diploma or equivalent required with a post-secondary or trade school certificate or license preferred
- Experience with purchasing, maintenance or electric cooperatives preferred
- Above average competency working with technology applications, software and devices
- Obtain and maintain a CDL is required
Wild Rice Electric is a member-owned electric distribution cooperative located in Mahnomen, Minn. The cooperative manages 4,014 miles of line and serves 16,010 locations in Mahnomen County and portions of the five surrounding counties.
Applications will be accepted through
Tuesday, April 25, 2023. The position will remain open until filled. Please send cover letter and resume to Human Resources, Wild Rice Electric Cooperative Inc., PO Box 438, Mahnomen MN 56557 or email to
lboreen@wildriceelectric.com.
Wild Rice is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Seasonal Apprentice Lineworkers and Warehouse and Purchasing Employee job application available here.
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